John J. Bonacic's posts related to Military Affairs

Times Herald Record news report on local September 11th ceremonies in the Hudson Valley

Times Herald Record news report on local September 11th ceremonies in the Hudson Valley.

Senator Bonacic Speaks with West Point Cadets on West Point Day

Senator Bonacic speaks with West Point Cadets from the United States Military Academy in the Senate Chamber on West Point Day in the Capitol. 

Senator John Bonacic selects Richard R. Keiser to the New York State Veterans’ Hall of Fame

Posted by John J. Bonacic on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013

Attached is the press release for the selection of Richard R. Keiser to the New York State Veterans' Hall of Fame. 

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Senator Bonacic Pays Respect to Fallen United States Marine, Staff Sergeant Eric D. Christian

Senator Bonacic pays respect to fallen U.S Marine, Staff Sergeant Eric D. Christian of Warwick, New York.  Sergeant Christian died in combat operations on May 4th in Afghanistan.

SENATOR BONACIC WELCOMES RICHARD KEISER INTO THE NEW YORK STATE VETERANS HALL OF FAME

On Tuesday, May 21, 2013, Senator John Bonacic (R/C/I-Mt. Hope) honored the induction of Richard Keiser to the New York State Senate Veterans' Hall of Fame.  Mr. Keiser served with the 101st Airborne Division in Vietnam, and acheived the rank of Sergeant.  He was wounded at the Battle of Hamburger Hill in May 1969.  Professionally, he served as an Orangetown Police Detective for 33 years and is a member of various veterans' and community organizations.  We are grateful for Mr. Keiser's service to his community and country.